Cain's Tears (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1980, Cain's Tears is an animation, history and comedy film directed by Tadeush Pavlenko, running about 14 minutes.
What it’s about. The satirical short movie about traitors of Soviet Ukraine who mask their betray for "wishing for Ukraine's independence" through the history since 1918 up to modern times. Was considered lost, but was found in Latvian film fund in the year 2025.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Cain's Tears sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Cain's Tears page.
If you liked it. Fans of Cain's Tears tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Cain's Tears (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Cain's Tears change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Cain's Tears worth watching?
- Cain's Tears holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation, history and comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Cain's Tears released?
- Cain's Tears was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 14 minutes.